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Riverside Burrum Heads

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Trade the bustle for birdsong beside the Isis River. **An Eco Tourist caravan park with spacious, pet-friendly bush campsites, campfires, hot showers and easy river access for kayaks and tinnies — set alongside Burrum Coast National Park and the waterway near Burrum Heads.** Launch small craft directly into the adjacent river, fish from the local jetty and settle in under big skies for a stargazer's delight. Facilities include flushing toilets and hot showers, with firewood available to purchase for your campfire. Wildlife abounds — even dugongs have been spotted at the launch point — and crabs are caught locally. Check the operator website for pricing, availability and bookings. [1][2] Why choose Riverside Burrum Heads for your nature escape? Unwind in a tranquil, nature-rich setting with river frontage and heaps of space to spread out — no packed-in sites. It's a birdwatcher's paradise by day and a stargazer's stage by night, with excellent fishing and easy water access steps from camp. [1][2] What facilities and campsite features will you find? Expect flushing toilets, hot showers and designated campfire spots, with firewood available to purchase. Friendly, well-behaved pets are welcome. Two on-site dams and the nearby beach give you more places to cool off or cast a line. [1][2] How do you get on the water here? Bring your kayak, SUP or tinny — you can launch small craft straight into the adjacent river. Prefer to stay shoreside? Drop a line from the local jetty and try for a fresh catch; crabs are taken locally in season. [1][2] Where is it and how do you get there? Riverside sits near Burrum Heads, tucked alongside Burrum Coast National Park with the Isis River right on your doorstep. A 4WD is recommended to reach the property and for exploring surrounding national park tracks, which vary in difficulty. Inside the national park, 4WD is advised. [1][2] Good to know - Pet-friendly stays (friendly pets only) - Campfires permitted; buy firewood on site - Dugongs have been spotted at the launch point; please observe wildlife respectfully Ready to switch off and settle in by the river? Visit the operator website to check availability and book. [1][2]

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  • Riverside Burrum Heads

    Shake off the everyday and settle into riverside calm beneath big skies at Riverside Burrum Heads. **A certified eco-friendly caravan park sitting alongside the river at Burrum Heads, bordered by Burrum Coast National Park (Burrum River Section) and the Isis River — with on-water access for small craft, open campfires, hot showers and generous sites for a genuine back-to-nature escape.** What makes Riverside special? Expect the simple pleasures done right: wide-open sites with room to breathe, open fires you can sit around at night (grab a bundle of firewood on arrival), and a warm welcome for your four-legged companions. Clean amenities — including flushing toilets and hot showers — mean you can enjoy the bush without roughing it. Put a boat or paddle craft in the water right from the bank, drop a line, and take your time. Where is it and how do you get there? The park sits at Burrum Heads, tucked between Burrum Coast National Park (Burrum River Section) and the Isis River — a quiet pocket of the Fraser Coast that rewards those willing to make the drive. A four-wheel drive vehicle is recommended for reaching the property; if you intend to venture onto tracks within the national park, 4WD is equally advisable. What can you do at Riverside? Relax, cast a line from the local jetty or from the water, take your kayak out for a morning paddle, and slow down enough to notice what's around you. Wildlife sightings near the river launch area have included dugongs, and birdlife throughout the park is superb. On a clear night, the absence of light pollution makes the sky genuinely spectacular. The beach is also a short trip away. Are campfires and pets allowed? Yes to both. Fires are permitted on-site, with firewood bundles sold at the park. Well-behaved pets are very much welcome — please keep them on a lead and be mindful of neighbouring campers and the local wildlife. What facilities are on offer? You'll find everything you need for a comfortable stay: clean flushing toilets, hot showers, spacious sites and straightforward river access for launching small craft. FAQs - Can I launch a kayak or tinny on-site? Yes. The park has direct river access suitable for small craft including kayaks and tinnies, so you can explore the waterway or head out fishing without any fuss. - Do I need a 4WD? A four-wheel drive vehicle is recommended to reach the park comfortably. Venturing onto tracks within the neighbouring Burrum Coast National Park (Burrum River Section) will also call for 4WD capability. - Are pets permitted at Riverside? Yes, well-behaved pets are welcome. Keep them leashed and be considerate of other guests and the wildlife that calls this area home. - Are campfires allowed and is firewood available? Campfires are permitted, and you can pick up firewood at the park. Always follow current fire safety guidelines and any directions from staff. - What wildlife might I see? The birdlife here is excellent and the wider area supports a healthy variety of wildlife. Visitors have reported dugong sightings near the river access point, and clear skies after dark make Riverside a genuine treat for stargazers. Visit the operator's website to check rates, availability and make a booking.